In a dominant display, the Las Vegas Raiders topped the New Orleans Saints 45-7 in Week 3 of the 2026 season. With this victory, the Raiders solidify their position as a formidable contender, while the Saints struggle to find their footing early in the year. Raiders quarterback Drake Maye had an impressive outing, throwing for three touchdowns and guiding his team with precision. Meanwhile, Bo Nix of the Saints led in passing yards with 314, but struggled to find the end zone, leaving his team without a chance to keep pace. D'Andre Swift contributed with a solid ground game, rushing for 57 yards, while Hunter Henry stood out for New Orleans, racking up 96 receiving yards. Defensively, the Raiders were relentless, with Malik Hooker making a significant impact by snagging two interceptions that shifted the momentum of the game. Chris Johnson led the Raiders with seven tackles, providing a strong presence in the defense. The turning point came in the second quarter when Hooker’s second interception set up a quick touchdown, propelling the Raiders to a commanding lead they never relinquished.